History
Cinco de Mayo is often confused with this holiday, which celebrates
Mexican Independence Day
The country where Puebla is located
Mexico
what traditional music often heard on Cinco de Mayo
mariachi
A folded tortilla filled with meat or beans
tacos
Cinco de Mayo is Mexico’s Independence Day
false
This country celebrates Cinco de Mayo
Mexico
The capital of Mexico
Mexico City
A common Mexican dance style
folklórico
A crunchy snack often served with salsa
Tortilla Chips
Cinco de Mayo celebrates a battle victory
true
Mexico defeated this European country
France
Mexico is part of this continent
North America
A traditional Mexican hat
sombrero
A tortilla filled and rolled with sauce on top
enchilada
The Battle of Puebla was against Spain
False
The Battle of Puebla lasted for about this amount of time
one day
The ocean on Mexico’s west coast
Pacific Ocean
A celebration with food, music, and dancing
fiesta
A sweet fried dessert with sugar
Churro
Cinco de Mayo celebrates a major war that lasted many years
false
After the Battle of Puebla, France eventually did this in Mexico for a short time
invade / take control over
Mexico shares a border with this country to the north
United States
Celebrations often include activities that have been passed down over time, called this
Traditions
Salsa is often made with tomatoes, onions, and
Pepper
Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico becoming a country
False